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Last Sold Price
2 beds862 sqft
31 Appleton St, Unit 3, Salem, MA 01970
CondoProperty Type
1890Year Built
$365/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$150/moHOA Fees
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Get ready to fall in love with this bright and cheery penthouse gem close to North Salem, the Commuter Rail and the abundant shops and restaurants downtown! The tasteful 2005 renovation preserved many of the charming, original features such as built-in shelves and hardwood floors. A spacious and well-equipped eat-in kitchen, generously sized bedrooms each with 2 closets, off-street parking and a gorgeous common yard make this unit a delightful home. Brand new roof and 2015 energy-efficient boiler!...Get ready to fall in love with this bright and cheery penthouse gem close to North Salem, the Commuter Rail and the abundant shops and restaurants downtown! The tasteful 2005 renovation preserved many of the charming, original features such as built-in shelves and hardwood floors. A spacious and well-equipped eat-in kitchen, generously sized bedrooms each with 2 closets, off-street parking and a gorgeous common yard make this unit a delightful home. Brand new roof and 2015 energy-efficient boiler! Well-managed, pet-friendly association and low condo fee! Gas heat, additional designated storage, entryway closet, and individual W/D. There is so much to love! Check out the virtual tour and schedule an appointment!
  • Listed by: CG Properties Team • Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
  • Listed by: Carey Gatto • Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest
Listing closed: 10/01/2020 12:00 AM • Source: MLS PIN, MLS#: 72701965

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Median sold price

$359,900

Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, CG Properties Team; Keller Williams Realty Boston Northwest, Carey Gatto

Sold By Keller Williams Realty North Central, MJT Boston Group

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Principal and Interest

$1,682

Property Taxes

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HOA Dues

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Property Information for 31 Appleton Street, Unit 3

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,276 / year
  • MLS Type: Condominium/Co-Op / Condo
  • County: Essex County
  • Town: Salem
  • Area: MA-Salem
  • Style: 2/3 Family, Garden
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Parking Spaces Total: 1
  • Unit Placement: Top/Penthouse
Building Information
  • Building/Complex: 31 Appleton St
  • Floor: 3
  • Stories: 3
  • Residences: 3
  • Pet Policy: Allowed
  • Pet Policy Details: Pets Allowed
  • Year Built: 1890
General Details
Property Details
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Community Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
  • Current Financing: Conv. Fixed
  • Living Area: 862.0
  • Total Units: 3
  • Type of Condo: Condo
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water View: No
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Converted: 2005
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Features
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
  • Basement Features: Y
  • Common Walls: Top/Penthouse
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
  • Num of Full Baths: 1
  • Num of Half Baths: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • Flooring: Laminate, Hardwood
  • Interior Features: Window AC
  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement, In Building
  • SpaYN: No
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
Exterior Features
  • Construction: Frame
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden
  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Deck
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Structure Type: 2/3 Family
Parking Features
  • Covered Spaces: .00
  • Garage: No
  • Garage Parking: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Paved Driveway
Utilities
  • Cooling: Window AC
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: City/Town Sewer
  • Utility Connections: for Gas Range, for Gas Dryer
  • Water: Public
Room Information
Primary Bedroom
  • Room Primary Bedroom Area: 168.0
  • Room Primary Bedroom Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Lighting - Sconce
  • Room Primary Bedroom Length: 14.0
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First Floor
  • Room Primary Bedroom Width: 12.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom2 Area: 143.0
  • Bedroom2 Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood
  • Bedroom2 Length: 11.0
  • Bedroom2 Level: First
  • Bedroom2 Width: 13.0
Bathroom 1
  • Bathroom1 Features: Bathroom - Tiled With Tub & Shower
  • Bathroom1 Level: First
Family Room
  • Family Room Features: Open Floorplan
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Area: 168.0
  • Kitchen Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Laminate,Countertops - Stone/Granite/Solid,Stainless Steel Appliances,Wainscoting
  • Kitchen Length: 14.0
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Kitchen Width: 12.0
Living Room
  • Room Living Room Area: 180.0
  • Room Living Room Features: Ceiling Fan(s),Flooring - Hardwood,Recessed Lighting
  • Room Living Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Living Room Level: First
  • Room Living Room Width: 15.0
Property Information
Property Info
  • Year Round: Yes
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • WARRANTY: No
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Disclosures: See sellers' statement attached.
Tax Information
  • Tax ID: M:27 L:0232 S:803,4512505
  • Assessments: $226,700
  • Book: 32607
  • Tax Year: 2020
  • Zoning: R2
Building / Association Information
Living Characteristics
  • Beds Total: 2
  • Total Living Levels: 3
Complex & Association Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Electricity, Water, Sewer, Insurance, Trash
  • Complex Complete: Yes
  • Management: Owner Association
  • Units Owner Occupied: 3
  • Adult Community: No
Unit Information
Unit Information
  • Unit Building: 3
  • Unit Floor Level Integer: 3.0
Market and Agent Information
Sale Info
  • Buyer Broker Comp: 2.5
  • Other Agent Compensation: 1.0

Property History for 31 Appleton Street, Unit 3

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 1, 2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72701965

$315,000—
Sep 28, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #679719914

$315,000

+8.0% / yr

Aug 6, 2020

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72701965

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/01/2020

Sold

MLS PIN #72701965

$315,000
09/28/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #679719914

$315,000

+8.0% / yr

08/06/2020

Under Agreement

MLS PIN #72701965

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Public Records for 31 Appleton Street, Unit 3

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$359,900Total-
Tax Record2025$4,081 ($340 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt862 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt862 SqFtStories3Lot Size4,761 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1890Year Renovated1890ZoningR2CountyESSEXAPNSALE M:27 L:0232 S:803

Schools near 31 Appleton Street, Unit 3

This home is within Salem School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Bates
PublicPK to 5

Horace Mann Laboratory School
PublicPK to 5

Witchcraft Heights Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Carlton Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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